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Buildings account for 90 per cent of Hong Kong energy use. The electricity generated contributes half of carbon emissions, the Environment and Ecology Bureau estimates. Photo: May Tse

Editorial | Measures required to ensure greater energy efficiency in Hong Kong buildings

If city is to meet its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050, all commercial sites must be ready to reduce their consumption of electricity.

Swiss unicorn makes green investment pitch to Hong Kong investors

Why China’s methane emission plan is becoming a key focus for the US

China takes aim at energy replacement with industry-spanning plan for renewables

More energy must come from renewable sources, but transition from fossil fuels will be orderly, top economic planner says.

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China has unveiled a renewable-energy-substitution plan that spans multiple industries. Photo: AFP

Opinion | Reckless emissions of man-made super pollutant threaten climate progress

Despite pledges to rein in hydrofluorocarbon pollutants, unreported emissions still hamper the fight against climate change.

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CATL – world’s biggest EV battery maker – launches Hong Kong R&D centre

CATL’s move is a boon to Hong Kong’s ambition to become a global hub for innovation.

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Hong Kong tycoon Peter Lee looks for good karma in green investments

The Towngas chairman and devout Buddhist hopes to create a more sustainable future through his family office investments.

Peter Lee Ka-kit, the elder son of real estate tycoon and Henderson Land Development’s majority owner Lee Shau-kee. Photo: Dickson Lee

Hong Kong’s aviation future hinges on sustainable fuel policies, experts say

The industry is awaiting Chief Executive John Lee’s policy address, with experts saying investment in SAF is vital for Hong Kong to maintain aviation hub status.

In electric buses as with EVs, it’s China versus rest of the world

As China’s market matures, exports hold the key to future profitability for Yutong, Foton and peers in rivalry with European electric-bus producers.

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Opinion | Why China’s EV start-ups can now breathe a little easier

Despite funding gaps and price wars, EV newcomers may have been thrown a lifeline by Beijing’s economic stimulus, if it reignites investor interest.

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An employee carries a door frame on an electric vehicle production line at the Leapmotor factory in Jinhua, in Zhejiang province, on September 18. Photo: AFP

IEA: China leads world in green hydrogen equipment making

IEA: China accounts for 40 per cent of all new low-emission hydrogen production projects that got the financial green light in the past year.

A hydrogen energy storage tank. Photo: Shutterstock

Extracting lithium from seawater is attractive but challenging. Until now?

Novel lithium extraction technique harnesses solar energy, offering an efficient alternative amid rising demand for the metal.

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Chinese scientists create energy from lotus leaves, opening door to plant power

Study uncovers hydrovoltaic effect of leaf transpiration and gives ‘fresh perspective for advancing green energy technologies’, team writes.

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China’s world-leading electric-bus maker Yutong touts new tech as exports grow

With quick-charge batteries from CATL, firm aims to extend driving range by 10 per cent while cutting operating cost by 20 per cent.

Yutong Bus showcases new versions of its electric busses at Australia’s National Bus and Coach show in Brisbane on September 17, 2024. Photo: Eric Ng

Opinion | Can China strengthen climate defences before it’s too late?

While China has prioritised climate adaptation, inadequate investment, fragmented policies and poor coordination between municipalities risk holding back progress.

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A villager sits on an inflatable boat with rescuers in a flooded part of Nanping, Fujian province, on June 16, after storms caused sever flooding. Photo: CNS/AFP

Panda conservation is helping other wild species thrive: scientists

Expanded protected areas and use of similarly effective techniques with animals living alongside the vulnerable bears seen as key to success.

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Nature-related disclosures inevitable as stakeholders demand actions: forum

In future, local companies may be asked by regulators about the impact of nature-related risks and opportunities on their operations.

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Hong Kong developers form group to cut carbon emissions in building industry

Major procurement shifts, policy incentives and technical documentation frameworks are required to drive investments, alliance says.

Construction workers labour on a site in Central on September 7, 2024. Photo: Edmond So

China’s grid storage ‘mismatch’: too much gear, too little benefit

Massive spending leads to new equipment sitting underused – or idle – even as the grid sorely needs it to make the best use of clean energy.

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Inside Out | Big Oil threatening to turn Cop29 into fight over industry’s future

Opec and top oil firms are fiercely opposing efforts to reduce oil and gas demand, seeing economic doom if climate goals are given priority.

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Nurture Hong Kong’s start-up scene to attract global talent, INSEAD dean says

A vibrant scene will allow promising companies to prosper and attract global talent to the city, INSEAD dean Francisco Veloso says.

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Talented people in particular really want to be where the intellectual and innovative action is, says INSEAD dean Francisco Veloso. Photo: Handout

Indonesia’s new capital hosts curtailed Independence Day celebrations

Indonesia marked 79 years of independence on Saturday with a ceremony in the unfinished future capital of Nusantara.

Indonesian President Joko Widodo attends the Independence Day celebration in Nusantara, Indonesia, on August 17, 2024. Indonesia celebrated its 79th Independence Day on Saturday. Photo: Xinhua

Aramco’s ties with China have evolved beyond oil: top executive

Apart from supporting China’s long-term energy security, Aramco is eyeing investment opportunities in the downstream sector, Mohammed Al Qahtani says.

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Opinion | Steel industry forging new identity as champion of sustainability

The efforts of the steel industry show that even the most traditional sectors can adapt and thrive in a low-carbon economy.

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China’s new green targets show how it will power on amid West’s trade barriers

For the first time, Beijing puts a US$2 trillion price point on the proposed scale of China’s energy-conservation and environmental-protection industry by 2030.

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Solar panels collect sunlight at the fishing-solar complementary photovoltaic power generation base in Lianyungang, Jiangsu province, on July 31. Photo: AFP

China sends international crew to explore underwater mountains in submersible

Foreign scientists will get a close look at the sprawling Magellan Seamounts on board the Jiaolong, which can dive up to 7,000 metres.

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The Shenhai Yihao, mother ship of the Jiaolong submersible, will make a port call in Hong Kong next month during the return leg of the research mission. Photo: SCMP

Beijing bankrolls science missions as conflict heats up South China Sea

China deploys several advanced ships and technologies to explore marine biology, fisheries and mineral resources.

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Grassland blazes are biggest source of emissions from wildfires: Chinese study

The fires account for almost half of all emissions from open biomass burning, a study of satellite data concluded.

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Climate change science and technology
Latest news, analysis and commentary about the technological aspects of adjusting to climate change, including stories about decarbonisation, the removal of pollutants from the air, water or soil, and innovations in energy-saving technology.
last updated:
9 September, 2024
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